Daniel Storm
Gulfport,MS
Summary
Accomplished Independent Filmmaker and Vehicle Operations Manager with a proven track record in production management and collaborative teamwork. Expert in post-production workflow and editing proficiency, significantly enhancing film quality. Excelled in fast-paced environments, notably with the United States Air Force, by leveraging strong leadership and technical skills to drive project success and team efficiency.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Filmmaker
Self-employeed
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Utilized lighting, camera angles and movement to create visual styles of films.
- Managed client contact, shoot scheduling and product deliveries.
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Completed editing by cutting and arranging footage to create final versions of films.
Assistant
Self-employeed
09.2017 - 07.2020
- Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Reviewed and edited documents for accuracy, grammar and clarity.
- Offered technical support and troubleshot issues to enhance office productivity.
Vehicle Operations Manager
United States Air Force
10.2006 - 08.2017
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Independent Filmmaking
LA Film School
Los Angeles, CA04.2023
Associate of Science - Vehicle Management
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL05.2009
Skills
- Post-production Workflow
- Production Management
- Editing proficiency
- Location Scouting
- Film editing
- Music Selection
- Shot capturing
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Video Editing
- Film directing
Timeline
Independent Filmmaker
Self-employeed
06.2024 - 06.2024
Assistant
Self-employeed
09.2017 - 07.2020
Vehicle Operations Manager
United States Air Force
10.2006 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Independent Filmmaking
LA Film School
Associate of Science - Vehicle Management
Community College of The Air Force